Baduanjin exercise for arm and shoulder problems after breast cancer treatment
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This study tests whether a gentle Chinese exercise called Baduanjin can help improve arm, shoulder, and hand problems that some women have after breast cancer treatment. If you have ongoing arm or shoulder discomfort, this might be a way to feel better.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a woman aged 18 or older.
- You have been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer (Stage I to IIIa) that has not spread to other parts of the body.
- You finished surgery at least 2 months ago, and you have completed radiation or chemotherapy (you may still be taking hormone therapy).
- You are currently having arm, shoulder, or hand problems (like pain, stiffness, or weakness) that affect daily activities.
- You are generally able to care for yourself and do daily tasks without much help.
- You can read, write, and communicate in Chinese, and you have a personal cellphone.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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